Paris prosecutor Francois Molens confirmed the identity of one of the attackers at the church in Normandy.

Forward to a church in Normandy was 19-year-old Adel karma, reports BBC.

"His identity was established after comparing fingerprints. At a press conference Molens also confirmed that the attacker was formerly known by the French secret services, "- said in a statement.

In the past, he tried to go to Syria to join the ranks of "Islamic state", but was caught, imprisoned for some time in prison, and after wearing an electronic bracelet and was under constant police surveillance.

Recall, on Tuesday morning in northern France, two armed with knives burst into the church and took hostage five people. They killed the priest and seriously wounded another hostage.